Guadalajara Chivas has found its goal-scorer in an unexpected place. Roberto Alvarado, known for his ability as a game generator, is having a standout moment as the team's offensive reference in the first half of the season. With the absence of goals from Chivas' center forwards like Armando González, Ángel Sepúlveda, and Ricardo Marín, the ‘Piojo’ has established himself as the team's top scorer in the current semester.
What has Milito said about Alvarado?
In response, Chivas' strategist, Gabriel Milito, has expressed his happiness that Alvarado has already scored three goals, after only managing one last season. “I'm very happy that the ‘Piojo’ has already scored three goals. Last season, if I'm not mistaken, he scored only one in many games. So, this year, in addition to his talent and what he brings to the team in a football sense, we need him to also score goals, and it gives me great pleasure that he has already achieved three.”
What has Alvarado achieved?
The red-and-white forward has scored three goals in the last four games, placing him as the team's most decisive player. Additionally, he has maintained a streak of three consecutive goals, achieved both in Liga MX and the Leagues Cup, reflecting his consistency in different scenarios.
What comes next?
The Rebaño Sagrado will face Santos Laguna in their next game on August 17. Currently, Chivas is in 12th place in Liga MX with 4 points, 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss in 3 games. Alvarado's good run did not stop there. In the Leagues Cup, Alvarado responded again in an international scenario, scoring the goal that allowed Chivas to tie with Los Ángeles FC. His goal allowed the tapatío team to remain competitive in a demanding duel played in the United States.
What impact does Alvarado have on Chivas?
Beyond the numbers, the impact of the “Piojo” lies in his ability to appear in decisive moments. In a team that is still seeking to consolidate its forwards, Alvarado has taken on the role with naturalness, confirming himself as Chivas' unexpected goal-scorer and one of the most important pieces in the red-and-white scheme.
